{"id":62128,"date":"2026-09-29T19:25:41","date_gmt":"2026-09-29T13:55:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=62128"},"modified":"2026-10-09T12:19:14","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T06:49:14","slug":"preparation-for-rrb-ntpc-general-and-life-sciences","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/preparation-for-rrb-ntpc-general-and-life-sciences\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prepare General Science for RRB NTPC Exam 2026? Check Topics, Strategy &amp; Study Plan"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/preparation-for-rrb-ntpc-general-and-life-sciences\/#What_is_the_General_Science_Exam_Pattern_in_RRB_NTPC_2026\" >What is the General Science Exam Pattern in RRB NTPC 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/preparation-for-rrb-ntpc-general-and-life-sciences\/#Important_General_Science_Topics_for_RRB_NTPC_2026\" >Important General Science Topics for RRB NTPC 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/preparation-for-rrb-ntpc-general-and-life-sciences\/#How_to_Prepare_General_Science_for_RRB_NTPC_2026\" >How to Prepare General Science for RRB NTPC 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/preparation-for-rrb-ntpc-general-and-life-sciences\/#RRB_NTPC_Physics_Preparation_Strategy\" >RRB NTPC Physics Preparation Strategy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/preparation-for-rrb-ntpc-general-and-life-sciences\/#RRB_NTPC_Chemistry_Preparation_Strategy\" >RRB NTPC Chemistry Preparation Strategy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/preparation-for-rrb-ntpc-general-and-life-sciences\/#RRB_NTPC_Biology_Preparation_Strategy\" >RRB NTPC Biology Preparation Strategy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/preparation-for-rrb-ntpc-general-and-life-sciences\/#RRB_NTPC_General_Science_Weekly_Study_Plan\" >RRB NTPC General Science Weekly Study Plan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/preparation-for-rrb-ntpc-general-and-life-sciences\/#How_to_Use_Previous_Year_Papers_for_General_Science\" >How to Use Previous Year Papers for General Science?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/preparation-for-rrb-ntpc-general-and-life-sciences\/#Best_Books_for_RRB_NTPC_General_Science_Preparation\" >Best Books for RRB NTPC General Science Preparation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/preparation-for-rrb-ntpc-general-and-life-sciences\/#How_to_make_General_Science_notes_for_RRB_NTPC\" >How to make General Science notes for RRB NTPC?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/preparation-for-rrb-ntpc-general-and-life-sciences\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>The <strong>RRB NTPC Exam 2026<\/strong> includes General Science topics as part of General Awareness. Questions can cover Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences, generally at the <strong>Class 10 level<\/strong>. Since these questions are usually based on fundamental concepts and everyday applications, systematic revision can help candidates strengthen their General Awareness performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This blog explains how to prepare General Science for RRB NTPC 2026, including important topics, subject-wise strategies, books, weekly study plans, PYQs and common preparation mistakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-general-science-matters-in-rrb-ntpc-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_General_Science_Matters_in_RRB_NTPC_2026\"><\/span>Why General Science Matters in RRB NTPC 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>General Science is not a separately marked section in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/rrb-ntpc-notification\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RRB NTPC Exam<\/a>. Instead, questions from Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences are included within General Awareness. Under the established RRB NTPC pattern:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong>Stage<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>General Awareness Questions<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Total Questions<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CBT 1<\/td><td>40<\/td><td>100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CBT 2<\/td><td>50<\/td><td>120<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Because General Awareness carries the highest number of questions in both stages, General Science can contribute meaningfully to overall performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/rrb-ntpc-mock-test\/?ref=contad-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt Free RRB NTPC Mock test<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-general-science-exam-pattern-in-rrb-ntpc-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_General_Science_Exam_Pattern_in_RRB_NTPC_2026\"><\/span>What is the General Science Exam Pattern in RRB NTPC 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>General Science forms part of General Awareness under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/rrb-ntpc-exam-pattern\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RRB NTPC Exam Pattern<\/a> rather than being an independent section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong>Stage<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Section<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Questions in GA<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>General Science Weightage<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CBT 1<\/td><td>General Awareness<\/td><td>40<\/td><td>No fixed official breakup<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CBT 2<\/td><td>General Awareness<\/td><td>50<\/td><td>No fixed official breakup<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-important-general-science-topics-for-rrb-ntpc-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_General_Science_Topics_for_RRB_NTPC_2026\"><\/span>Important General Science Topics for RRB NTPC 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The General Science preparation should primarily cover Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences at the school level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong>Subject<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Important Topics<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/1000-physics-questions-pdf\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Physics<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>Motion, Force, Laws of Motion, Work, Energy, Power, Gravitation, Heat, Temperature, Light, Sound, Electricity, Magnetism, Units &amp; Measurements<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/chemistry-questions\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chemistry<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>Matter, Atoms &amp; Molecules, Acids, Bases &amp; Salts, Metals &amp; Non-Metals, Chemical Reactions, Carbon Compounds, Periodic Classification, Everyday Chemistry<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/biology-questions\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Biology<\/a> \/ Life Sciences<\/strong><\/td><td>Cell, Tissues, Human Body Systems, Nutrition, Digestion, Respiration, Diseases, Immunity, Reproduction, Genetics Basics, Plants, Environment<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Everyday Science<\/strong><\/td><td>Common scientific phenomena, units, instruments, applications of basic scientific principles<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/general-science-questions-for-rrb-ntpc-exam\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt General Science Questions for RRB NTPC Exam<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-prepare-general-science-for-rrb-ntpc-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Prepare_General_Science_for_RRB_NTPC_2026\"><\/span>How to Prepare General Science for RRB NTPC 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should first build school-level concepts and then move to objective practice and PYQs. General Science contains both factual and conceptual questions, so relying entirely on memorisation may not be sufficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong>Subject<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Topics to Focus On<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Preparation Strategy<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Practice Approach<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Physics<\/strong><\/td><td>Motion, Force, Work, Energy, Heat, Light, Sound, Electricity<\/td><td>Understand basic laws, formulas, units and everyday applications<\/td><td>Solve topic-wise MCQs and PYQs; maintain a formula and units sheet<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Chemistry<\/strong><\/td><td>Matter, Reactions, Acids &amp; Bases, Metals, Carbon Compounds<\/td><td>Understand basic properties and reactions; prepare comparison tables<\/td><td>Practise factual and concept-based questions and revise important reactions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Biology<\/strong><\/td><td>Human Body, Diseases, Nutrition, Cell, Plants, Reproduction<\/td><td>Use diagrams and short notes to remember processes, organs and functions<\/td><td>Solve regular MCQ sets and revise factual concepts repeatedly<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Mixed Science<\/strong><\/td><td>Everyday Science, Scientific Terms, Units, Common Applications<\/td><td>Combine subjects during revision instead of studying each in isolation<\/td><td>Attempt mixed quizzes and analyse incorrect answers<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/rrb-ntpc-pyps\/?ref=contad-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download RRB NTPC Previous Year Question papers<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rrb-ntpc-physics-preparation-strategy\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RRB_NTPC_Physics_Preparation_Strategy\"><\/span>RRB NTPC Physics Preparation Strategy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Physics preparation should focus on understanding basic principles rather than memorising formulas without context. Important areas include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Motion and Speed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Force and Laws of Motion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work, Energy and Power<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gravitation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heat and Temperature<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Light<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reflection and Refraction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sound<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Electricity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Magnetism<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Units and Measurements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-prepare-physics\">How to Prepare Physics?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understand what each formula represents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain a separate formula and SI-unit sheet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relate concepts to everyday examples.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Solve previous year questions after each chapter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Revise basic diagrams where relevant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practise numerical questions without spending excessive time on advanced calculations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/rrb-ntpc-preparation\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check rRB NTPC Preparation Strategy<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rrb-ntpc-chemistry-preparation-strategy\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RRB_NTPC_Chemistry_Preparation_Strategy\"><\/span>RRB NTPC Chemistry Preparation Strategy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chemistry questions can test both basic definitions and practical applications. Important areas include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Matter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Atoms and Molecules<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chemical Reactions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Acids, Bases and Salts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Metals and Non-Metals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carbon and Its Compounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Periodic Classification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Everyday Chemical Processes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-prepare-chemistry\">How to Prepare Chemistry?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prepare short comparison tables.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Revise important reactions and properties.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connect concepts with everyday examples such as rusting and corrosion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practise objective questions regularly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain one-line notes for facts that are easily confused.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rrb-ntpc-biology-preparation-strategy\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RRB_NTPC_Biology_Preparation_Strategy\"><\/span>RRB NTPC Biology Preparation Strategy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Life Sciences can involve direct factual questions as well as basic conceptual questions. Important topics include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cell and Tissues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Human Body Systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nutrition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Digestion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respiration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Circulation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diseases and Immunity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reproduction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Genetics Basics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plant Biology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Environment and Ecology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-prepare-biology\">How to Prepare Biology?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use diagrams to understand organs and biological processes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make tables for diseases, causes and affected organs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Revise terminology repeatedly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Focus on human physiology and basic life processes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Solve mixed Biology MCQs after revision.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rrb-ntpc-general-science-weekly-study-plan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RRB_NTPC_General_Science_Weekly_Study_Plan\"><\/span>RRB NTPC General Science Weekly Study Plan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates do not necessarily need to devote 2\u20133 hours exclusively to General Science every day. Study time should depend on preparation level and weaknesses. A practical weekly plan can be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong>Day<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Focus Area<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Study Goal<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Monday<\/td><td>Physics<\/td><td>Concepts + topic-wise MCQs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tuesday<\/td><td>Chemistry<\/td><td>Theory + reactions\/properties revision<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wednesday<\/td><td>Biology<\/td><td>Human Biology + MCQs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Thursday<\/td><td>Physics<\/td><td>PYQs + formula revision<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Friday<\/td><td>Chemistry<\/td><td>PYQs + short-note revision<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Saturday<\/td><td>Biology<\/td><td>PYQs + factual revision<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sunday<\/td><td>Mixed General Science<\/td><td>Revision + mixed quiz + error analysis<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Note: Candidates can adjust the plan according to their strengths and overall NTPC schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-use-previous-year-papers-for-general-science\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Use_Previous_Year_Papers_for_General_Science\"><\/span>How to Use Previous Year Papers for General Science?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>RRB NTPC Previous Year Papers can help candidates understand how basic Science concepts are framed in Railway examinations. While solving PYQs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Separate Physics, Chemistry and Biology questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify repeatedly tested concepts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mark incorrect answers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Revisit the underlying concept rather than memorising only the answer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain a mistake notebook.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reattempt incorrectly solved questions after revision.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-best-books-for-rrb-ntpc-general-science-preparation\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Books_for_RRB_NTPC_General_Science_Preparation\"><\/span>Best Books for RRB NTPC General Science Preparation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates do not need a large number of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/rrb-ntpc-books\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RRB NTPC Books<\/a>. One conceptual source, one revision-oriented source and PYQs are usually enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong>Resource<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>How to Use It<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NCERT Science Books<\/td><td>Build fundamental concepts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General Science Reference Book<\/td><td>Quick revision and objective facts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>RRB NTPC Previous Year Papers<\/td><td>Understand actual question framing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Topic-Wise MCQs<\/td><td>Test concepts after completing each topic<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Short Notes<\/td><td>Final revision of formulas, facts and definitions<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Note: For school-level foundations, NCERT Science material up to Class 10 is particularly useful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-general-science-notes-for-rrb-ntpc\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_make_General_Science_notes_for_RRB_NTPC\"><\/span>How to make General Science notes for RRB NTPC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>General Science notes should be short enough to revise repeatedly. 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How important is General Science in RRB NTPC 2026?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">General Science is part of the General Awareness section in CBT 1 and CBT 2. Since General Awareness carries 40 questions in CBT 1 and 50 questions in CBT 2, Science preparation can contribute to overall performance.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1790689616031\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q2. How many General Science questions are asked in RRB NTPC?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">RRB does not prescribe a fixed number of General Science questions. Science questions are included within the General Awareness section.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1790689621781\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q3. Which subjects should I prepare for RRB NTPC General Science?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Candidates should prepare Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences, primarily covering fundamental school-level concepts.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1790689629762\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q4. Are NCERT books sufficient for RRB NTPC General Science?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">NCERT Science material can provide a strong conceptual foundation. Candidates should combine it with RRB NTPC PYQs, objective MCQs and regular revision for exam-oriented preparation.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1790689637611\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q5. 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